Cities, Towns & Sites of Ancient Cyprus

Kourion Ancient Theatre, Cyprus

Cyprus boasts a rich archaeological heritage spanning from the Neolithic period to Classical antiquity. This page explores the major cities, towns, and significant sites that have shaped the island's history and culture over millennia.

Neolithic & Chalcolithic (c. 9000 ~ 2500 BCE)

Choirokoitia

Choirokoitia

One of the most important and best-preserved prehistoric sites in the eastern Mediterranean,...

Kalavasos-Tenta

Kalavasos-Tenta

A well-preserved Neolithic settlement with evidence of early farming and animal husbandry.

Bronze Age (c. 2500-1050 BCE)

Enkomi

Enkomi

A major Bronze Age city with impressive fortifications and evidence of copper working.

Kition

Kition

An important harbor town with temples dedicated to Astarte and other deities.

Hala Sultan Tekke

Hala Sultan Tekke

A significant Late Bronze Age settlement near Larnaca, known for its rich tombs and imported goods.

Iron Age and Archaic Period (c. 1050-480 BCE)

Salamis

Salamis

One of the most important ancient city-kingdoms of Cyprus, with impressive remains including a...

Amathus

Amathus

A significant city-kingdom on the south coast, with a rich archaeological record spanning from the...

Idalion

Idalion

An important inland city-kingdom known for its sanctuaries and bilingual inscription in Phoenician...